Can I bring a drone, vape or e-cigarette into Vietnam?

Both are restricted, and you should not bring them without checking.

Vape and e-cigarettes. Vietnam banned the production, sale and import of e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products from 1 January 2025. Travelers have had devices taken or been fined at customs, so leave them at home.

Drones. Flying a drone in Vietnam requires a permit from the military authorities, and flying near airports, military sites and crowds is prohibited. Customs may ask about a drone when you arrive. Without the right permit, the device can be seized.

Rules and enforcement change, so check the Vietnam Customs and Ministry of National Defence announcements before you pack. Your own airline also limits lithium batteries in checked bags.

If you are unsure, ask the airline and the Vietnamese embassy in your country. See the Vietnam travel guide for other arrival tips.